Since launching in 2013, Steppaz has grown from a performing arts academy into a trusted community supporting children, young people and families.
We use dance, performing arts, creativity, mentoring and leadership to create positive opportunities for young people to learn, grow, build confidence and discover their potential.
Our work supports young people from diverse backgrounds, including a strong commitment to supporting young people from the Black community while remaining inclusive and welcoming to all.
STEPPAZ IN NUMBERS
13+ YEARS
Supporting children, young people and families since 2013.
2,000+ YOUNG PEOPLE
Engaged through classes, projects, performances, events and programmes.
AGES 3–17
Providing opportunities from early childhood through to teenage years.
5 BRANCHES
Growing our reach across different communities.
30+ PRODUCTIONS
Creating opportunities for young people to perform in productions and showcases.
100+ PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Including theatre productions, competitions, community performances, festivals, showcases and special events.
100+ COMMUNITY EVENTS
Steppaz members have performed at, supported or participated in community events.
30+ STAFF
Teachers, choreographers, mentors, creatives and operational staff supporting our work.
20 FORMER MEMBERS → TEACHERS
Former Steppaz members who have progressed into teaching and supporting the next generation.
100+ VOLUNTEERS
Supporting productions, events, young people and the wider Steppaz community.
10+ PARTNERSHIPS
Working with community organisations, creative organisations, venues and other services.
4 FUNDED PROJECTS
Secured and delivered to expand access to opportunities beyond traditional paid performing arts provision.
CONFIDENCE
Building confidence through participation and performance.
CREATIVITY
Developing creativity and self-expression.
LIFE SKILLS
Building discipline, communication, teamwork and resilience.
LEADERSHIP
Creating opportunities to take responsibility and lead.
CONNECTION
Building friendships, positive relationships and a sense of belonging.
THE STEPPAZ JOURNEY
PARTICIPANT → PERFORMER → LEADER → ASSISTANT → TEACHER → CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL
One of our proudest achievements is seeing young people progress through Steppaz.
20 former members have progressed into teaching roles, helping to support and inspire the next generation.
MORE THAN A PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
Our work has grown to include:
Mentoring • Girls' Empowerment • Confidence & Self-Esteem • Leadership • Wellbeing • Early Intervention • Work Experience • Family Engagement • Community Events
We are committed to creating opportunities that help young people learn, grow, connect and thrive.
Whether you’re interested in joining one of our programmes, supporting a young person, donating, becoming a partner or supporting our work through funding, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch and be part of the Steppaz CIC journey.
